The Bible in Basic English BBE
Good News Translation GNT
1 <A Psalm. Of David.> The Lord takes care of me as his sheep; I will not be without any good thing.
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The Lord is my shepherd; I have everything I need.
2 He makes a resting-place for me in the green fields: he is my guide by the quiet waters.
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He lets me rest in fields of green grass and leads me to quiet pools of fresh water.
3 He gives new life to my soul: he is my guide in the ways of righteousness because of his name.
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He gives me new strength. He guides me in the right paths, as he has promised.
4 Yes, though I go through the valley of deep shade, I will have no fear of evil; for you are with me, your rod and your support are my comfort
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Even if I go through the deepest darkness, I will not be afraid, Lord, for you are with me. Your shepherd's rod and staff protect me
5 You make ready a table for me in front of my haters: you put oil on my head; my cup is overflowing.
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You prepare a banquet for me, where all my enemies can see me; you welcome me as an honored guest and fill my cup to the brim.
6 Truly, blessing and mercy will be with me all the days of my life; and I will have a place in the house of the Lord all my days.
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I know that your goodness and love will be with me all my life; and your house will be my home as long as I live.
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Scripture taken from the Good News Translation - Second Edition, Copyright 1992 by American Bible Society. Used by Permission.